Senior Producer

Bully Pulpit International

$110K — $125K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience as a Producer in a fast-paced agency or production company
  • Extensive experience producing commercials and digital ads
  • Proven track record of managing complex productions on time and within budget
  • Strong understanding of budgeting and financial tracking
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Deep understanding of the production process
  • Expertise in vendor negotiation.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of video and digital production from concept to delivery
  • Manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and negotiation with vendors
  • Develop detailed production estimates and track costs throughout the project lifecycle
  • Cultivate relationships with trusted vendors in the production space
  • Collaborate with internal teams for seamless project execution
  • Maintain high standards of creative excellence in all deliverables
  • Lead multiple projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies.

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) program with employer match up to 4%
  • Generous vacation time
  • $50 monthly phone reimbursement
  • Unlimited sick time
  • 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents
Full Job Description
  • Starting Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000
  • Location: Expectation to work from DC, New York, Chicago, SF or LA offices at least 3 days a week


The Impact You Will Make

Bully Pulpit International (BPI) is seeking a full time Senior Producer to join our growing Creative team. The Senior Producer at BPI plays a crucial role in bringing our clients' stories to life through compelling video and digital content. As a Senior Producer at BPI, you will lead the production of a wide range of projects, from short-form social media videos to broadcast-quality commercials and beyond. This role requires a strategic thinker with production expertise, a deep understanding of the digital landscape, and a passion for creating impactful content that drives results.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee Production Execution: Manage all aspects of video and digital production, from concept development and scriptwriting to pre-production planning, on-set execution, post-production, and delivery.
  • Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and transparency. Negotiate with vendors and manage resources efficiently.
  • Bidding & Financial Tracking: Own the development of detailed production estimates and bid packages, maintain a single source of truth for budgets, and track costs throughout the lifecycle of a project. Manage change orders and contingency usage, ensuring financial accuracy and clear documentation.
  • Vendor Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships with a network of trusted vendors, including directors, cinematographers, editors, animators, and other production professionals.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including creative, studio, account, and media, to ensure seamless execution and integration of video and digital content across all platforms.
  • Quality Control: Maintain high standards for creative excellence and ensure all deliverables meet BPI's quality standards and client expectations.
  • Project Management: Responsible for leading multiple integrated projects, ensuring stakeholders are informed and projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Workflow & Process Management: Follow and help maintain structured workflows across estimating, approvals, file management, and delivery to ensure consistency and clarity across projects.
  • Risk & Compliance Awareness: Identify potential risks related to budget, timelines, legal, and execution, and ensure all productions adhere to necessary releases, licensing, and usage rights requirements.
  • Stay Ahead of the Curve: Stay up-to-date on the latest trends in video production, digital content, and emerging technologies to ensure BPI remains at the forefront of innovation.


Requirements
  • 5-7 years of experience as a Producer in a fast-paced agency, production company, or relevant in-house environment.
  • Extensive experience producing a variety of video content, including commercials, social media videos, and digital ads.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing complex productions, from concept to delivery, on time and within budget.
  • Strong understanding of budgeting, estimating, and financial tracking across multiple projects.
  • Strong understanding of the political and/or public affairs landscape (preferred, but not required).
  • Exceptional communication skills.
  • Deep understanding of the production process, including pre-production, on-set execution, and post-production.
  • Expertise in budget management and vendor negotiation.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage projects with minimal supervision.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively under pressure.

Benefits

BPI offers a wide range of benefits to U.S.-based employees, including 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) program with employer match up to 4%, generous time off for vacation, $50 monthly phone reimbursement, unlimited sick time, and 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents. BPI's benefits prioritize employee wellness and progressive support to our diverse workforce.

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